composers

"The true story of the famous composer's pet starling, who Mozart discovered when he walked past a shop and heard one of his own compositions being sung by a bird"--Provided by publisher.

Rumors abound that the Paris Opera House is haunted by a ghost. Nobody has ever seen it, but it makes itself known through malevolent acts. First published in book form in 1911, this gothic novel by Gaston Leroux has been fascinating readers for more than a century and is the inspiration for the long-running hit musical. This elegant, unabridged edition includes an introduction by literary critic Susan Bal(c)e and a timeline of the authorEU(tm)s life at the back. Join the generations of fans seduced by this enthralling story of mystery and romance.

"Things are finally looking up for Amelia Jones: she's officially a Mystwick student, and she even has a teacher to help her learn how to use her rare Composing magic. The only problem is that she still doesn't understand how her powers work. But then she hears about a super exclusive Midnight Orchestra--half performance, half magical black . . . But the Midnight Orchestra is far more sinister than it initially appears and if Amelia can't unlock her Composing powers, not only will Mystwick lose the musicraft competition, she won't be able to rescue her friends"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of musical songwriter and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of the successful musical Hamilton.

A story of a brilliant musician who prevailed against race and gender prejudices to become the first Black woman to be recognized as a symphonic composer and be performed by a major American orchester in 1933.

Writers can make a huge impact on the world, and Lin-Manuel Miranda's life and work is a perfect example of how a writer can make the world a better place with their words. As readers learn Lin-Manuel Miranda's story-from his childhood through the massive success of Hamilton and beyond-they discover that there's power in the written word and in creating a space for everyone to feel welcome and empowered through works of art. Colorful photographs of one of the most famous faces in entertainment today accompany the detailed main text, helpful timeline, and inspiring quotes from Miranda himself.

"Joaqu?n Rodrigo (1901-1999) is best known as the composer of one of the most popular works of music in the twentieth century--the 'Concierto de Aranjuez' for guitar and orchestra. It's been featured in movies and television commercials and remains a staple of concert programs for orchestras around the world. Miles Davis said, 'After listening to it for a couple of weeks . . . I couldn't get it out of my mind,' and he used it as inspiration for his album 'Sketches of Spain.' But as Javier Su?rez-Pajares and Walter Aaron Clark reveal in this musical biography--the first complete study in English--Rodrigo's work and influence extend far beyond that singular composition"--Provided by publisher.

Suggests how the death of a friend, Victor Hartmann, inspired the music of Modest Mussorgsky in St. Petersburg in the 1870s.

After learning that he is going deaf, Beethoven is determined to write a great symphony using the heroic deeds of Napoleon as his initial inspiration.

Pre-teen Jessica Creswell knew Callen Hayes was a broken prince; they became each other's refuge. Until the day Callen kissed her, and then disappeared from her life without a word. Years later Callen is a famous composer, and an infamous bad boy, his music now locked deep inside, trapped behind his own inner demons. In France to drink his way through the darkness, Callen stumbles into the one person who makes the music return: Jessica. And she still tastes of fresh, sweet innocence; even as she sets his blood on fire.